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With the dock retracted, the surface of the Cocoon Home is nothing but smooth.

How about a powered speaker system that looks as cool as your music sounds? That's what Denon was after with the Cocoon Home. The system won an International Design Excellence Award in 2012. The Cocoon is a study of smooth, curved lines that make it an attractive addition to your home, even when not in use.

The Cocoon's dock for your iPod® or iPhone® can be retracted into the body of the unit, so it's out of sight when you don't need it.The dock's face has an OLED screen built in that displays track information.

Amazing sound quality

But the Cocoon is not just about looks The system features four high-quality speakers: two 1-1/2" tweeters for clear highs, and two 3-15/16" woofers for detailed mids and lows.And each speaker is powered by its own 25 watt Class D amplifier, ensuring clean, spacious, and accurate sound.

Wireless convenience and built-in Internet radio

It's easy to integrate the Cocoon into your home Wi-Fi® network. A built-in Internet radio function with three presets lets you quickly access your “go-to” stations online.

You can also stream music wirelessly from your networked computer, as well as DLNA-compatible Android™ smartphones.

Apple AirPlay®

The Cocoon is AirPlay-compatible, which gives you additional options when you use iTunes® on your computer. Just open iTunes, select the Cocoon in the AirPlay menu and start streaming music to the system. Use your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch® to control the iTunes menu on your computer. Or stream music directly from your Apple hand-held device.

More music choices

A built-in USB port in the Cocoon Home lets you play music from a USB flash drive. And you're not just limited to MP3 files, either. The system can also play uncompressed WAV and FLAC files, too, either from your flash drive, or streamed from a a computer or other device. Enjoy your best-quality digital music files through the Cocoon Home.

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Features

Cocoon: The Denon Cocoon is a desktop powered
speaker with a built-in iPod dock, Ethernet/WiFi network connection for AirPlay
and DLNA connectivity, plus Internet Radio access. In order to access the unit's
Network, AirPlay, DLNA, and Internet Radio functions, you will need to download
Denon's Cocoon App onto your Apple iOS device or Android smartphone. The Cocoon
features a sleek, rounded shape and mirror-finished enclosure that complement
any room. Its touch-sensitive controls are backlit, so they effectively
disappear when the speaker is off.

Two-Way Speaker Design: The Cocoon's two-way
speakers are acoustically optimized to ensure premium, high-fidelity sound. Two
1.5" tweeters, two double-layer 4" woofers, dual bass ports, and four 25-watt
amplifiers create rich bass without distortion; while a pre-defined equalizer
(not user adjustable) precisely balances low, mid, and high frequencies for powerful
performance at any volume. The Loudness function enhances bass and treble sounds
at low volume levels. The system volume level ranges from 0 to 50, but you can
set a different maximum volume level.

Network Connection: The Cocoon is equipped with dual network
connection methods. There's an RJ-45 LAN (Ethernet) port for direct wired
connection to your home network, and there's also the built-in WiFi feature
that includes WiFi Protected Setup for safe and secure connection to your
wireless home network. The unit's network connection lets you listen to music
from your Apple device (via AirPlay) or Android smartphone (via DLNA), your music files stored on your Windows PC (via DLNA),
and music content from Internet Radio (via vtuner & TuneIn).

Note: This unit's RJ-45 Ethernet port supports
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX and requires an Ethernet (LAN) category 5 or higher
cable, Router, Modem, and Internet connection. When using a wireless LAN
connection, your system must feature an wireless router/access-point.

Cocoon App: Download Denon's free Cocoon app for incredible functionality and control
of the Cocoon
from your
Apple iOS or
Android device.
The Denon Cocoon App offers premium music playback via the Cocoon for
music stored on your Apple iOS or Android device, and also allows you to create
playlists. But you're not limited to your own music; you can also listen to
thousands of free internet radio stations from all over the world via vTuner and
TuneIn.
When connected to your home Wi-Fi network you can further expand your choice of
music by using the Music Server to browse and play all the music that is stored
on your PC, Mac or Network Attached Storage (NAS) drive.`

Note: The free app includes NetLink, a Denon innovation that allows you to
wirelessly connect the Cocoon to your Wi-Fi network in seconds.

Internet Radio: The Cocoon supports Internet Radio
through Denon's Cocoon app and your Apple iOS or Android device. The online
vTuner service
offers easy browsing of internet radio stations and podcasts. vTuner enables
access to web-based radio stations and podcasts via an extremely reliable online
database with a wide variety of content. You can browse content by Genre,
Location, and Recommendations. The
Tunein online service
lets you listen to music, sports, comedy and news from around the world. With
over 70,000 stations and two million on-demand programs, TuneIn places the
sounds of the world right within your grasp. Internet Radio stations in MP3
(32-320kbps) and WMA (48-192kbps) format are supported. You can store up to 3
favorite Internet Radio stations for easier access.

DLNA 1.5 Certified: The Cocoon is DLNA (Digital
Living Network Alliance) 1.5 and Windows 7 compliant for audio streaming. This
means it's easier for you to access and enjoy digital music stored on your
Windows PC. The Cocoon supports playback of MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, and
FLAC music files stored on your PC. The included remote will operate basic
playback functions (Play/Pause, Fast Forward/Rewind, Previous/Next); however
advance music navigation will still be done from your computer. The unit also
supports ID3-Tag (ver.2) and META tag information; so song title, artist name,
and album name can be displayed along the unit's front-panel display. The Denon
Cocoon supports the following audio formats, sampling frequencies, and
bit rates via its network connection.

Compatible Audio Formats

Sampling
Frequencies

Bit rate

Extension

WMA (Windows
Media Audio)

32/44.1/48 kHz

48-192 kbps

.wma

MP3 (MPEG-1
Audio Layer-3)

32/44.1/48 kHz

32-320 kbps

.mp3

WAV

32/44.1/48 kHz

16-bit

.wav

MPEG-4 AAC

32/44.1/48 kHz

16-320 kbps

.aac/.m4a/.mp4

FLAC (Free
Lossless Audio Codec)

32/44.1/48 kHz

16/20/24-bit

.flac

Android Compatible: Using
the free Denon Cocoon app and DLNA technology, you can wirelessly stream stored
music and music apps from your Android smartphone to the Cocoon. You
can also connect an Android device which is USB MSC (mass storage class)
compliant to the unit's rear-panel USB (type-A) port.

iPod Dock: The Denon Cocoon features a retractable iPod dock
tray with a flexible 30-pin dock connector for your iPod or iPhone. The unit
supports audio playback of music stored on your iPod/iPhone, as well as from
music apps (such as Pandora, Spotify, etc.) on your iPod/iPhone. The included
remote control will operate basic playback functions (Play/Pause, Fast
Forward/Rewind, Previous/Next); however advance music navigation will still be
done from your Apple device's clickwheel or touchscreen. The unit
automatically charges your iPod or iPhone while it's docked, and the docking
tray manually retracts when not in use for a streamlined look.

AirPlay: AirPlay lets you stream music directly from your iPod touch,
iPhone, and iPad, or from your iTunes library on your PC or Mac to the Denon
Cocoon, over your home network connection. By downloading
Apple's free "Remote" application onto your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad you
don't even need to be in the same room as the Cocoon or your computer
to play, pause, skip, and stop the songs in your iTunes music library. To use
the AirPlay feature you need a Mac or Windows-based PC running iTunes (10.1 or
later) connected to your wireless home network. Your iPod touch, iPhone, and
iPad must have iOS 4.3 or later installed and connected to the same wireless
home network. You can add multiple Cocoon speakers throughout your home
& with AirPlay enjoy the same music from any or all of your speakers,
simultaneously from your iTunes music account.

iPod Compatibility Chart: The Denon Cocoon is "Made
for iPod/iPhone" compatible & supports the following iPod and iPhone model
features (as of 9/25/2013):

Apple Device

Generation

Tested Version

Connection Type

Media Type

Control Type

Display Type

Charge

Dock
Connector

AirPlay

Cocoon App

Audio

Video

Remote

iPod/iPhone

Song/Artist Text

Track Info

iPad

1

5.1.1

N

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

N

2

7.0

N

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

N

3

7.0

N

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

N

4*

7.0

N

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

N

mini*

7.0

N

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

iPhone

2G

3.1.3

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

3G

4.2.1

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

3GS

5.1.1

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

4

7.0

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

4S

7.0

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

5*

7.0

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

5C*

7.0

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

5S*

7.0

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

touch

1st

2.2.1

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

2nd

4.2.1

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

3rd

5.1.1

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

4th

6.1.3

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

5th*

7.0

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

nano

1st

1.3.1

N

N

N

N

N

N

N

N

N

N

2nd

1.1.3

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

3rd

1.1.3

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

4th

1.0.4

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

5th

1.0.2

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

6th

1.2 PC

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

7th*

1.02 PC

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

classic

80GB

1.1.2

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

120GB

2.0.1

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

160GB

2.0.4

Y

N

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

Note:

*If you have an iPod nano (7th gen), iPod touch (5th gen), or iPhone 5; the Apple Lightning to 30-pin
adapter or
cable is required (both sold separately).

Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results.
If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the
device and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't
work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is available.

USB Port: A USB memory device (such as your Android
smartphone, portable digital audio player, or USB thumbdrive) can be connected
to the USB (type-A) port located on the rear-panel, allowing you to play various
music files through the Denon Cocoon. The USB memory device must be mass storage
class (msc) or media transfer protocol (mtp) compliant, and be formatted in
FAT16 or FAT32. The unit can recognize up to 500 folders and 5,000 files.
USB devices that can be charged via USB will be charged when plugged into the
unit's USB port (0.5A). The Denon Cocoon supports the following audio formats,
sampling frequencies, and bit rates via its USB (type-A) connection.

Compatible Audio Formats

Sampling
Frequencies

Bit rate

Extension

WMA (Windows
Media Audio)

32/44.1/48 kHz

48-192 kbps

.wma

MP3 (MPEG-1
Audio Layer-3)

32/44.1/48 kHz

32-320 kbps

.mp3

WAV

32/44.1/48 kHz

16-bit

.wav

MPEG-4 AAC

32/44.1/48 kHz

16-320 kbps

.aac/.m4a/.mp4

FLAC (Free
Lossless Audio Codec)

32/44.1/48 kHz

16/20/24-bit

.flac

Note: USB memory device will not work via a Hub.

Aux Input: A 3.5mm auxiliary input lets you connect and play music
from other audio sources, such as a portable CD player or MP3 player.

Alarm Clock w/ Sleep Timer: The Denon Cocoon app features a digital
alarm clock with sleep timer to help you wake up and go to bed.

Remote Control: An IR remote control provides wireless operation of
basic functions; such as Power On/Off, Source Selection, Play/Pause, Fast
Forward/Reverse, and Previous/Next.

Firmware/Software Updates: Using the Cocoon's
network connection, you can check for and update the latest firmware/software
from the online Denon server.

AC Power w/ Auto Standby: The Denon Cocoon operates off of standard household current
using the supplied 6.5' AC power cord. This unit will automatically enter the Standby mode
after approximately 30 continuous minutes of stop mode with no operation.

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Denon Cocoon Home

Written By Harry, Columbus, Ohio on Sunday, March 23, 2014

This is a very nice product but as expected with Denon it is a little quirky. First unit did not work and Crutchfield sent me a new one (the reason why I will always buy from Crutchfield). I think the sound is excellent and though wireless can be a little challengin to set up having Airplay is great. I especially love the internet radio stations and there are literally thousands from all over the world.

Pros:Great sound, Airplay, Looks cool as well.

Cons:Wireless is a little challenging to set up but once that is done that is the real harm of this unit

Denon DSD-500 Cocoon Home

Nice sound at lower to mid volumes but does crack a little a high volume and bass is not as good as I expected. Does not have a lightning port for newer iPhones but Airplay is a very nice feature and no need to plug in. Wireless antenna is very weak on unit, needs to be within 15 ft of router to even get a signal, so limited on placement for Airplay and internet radio. Is OK for the home but not for the price.

Needs a broader target audience

First unit was defective, second unit seems OK after brief use. This was a "free gift" from Crutchfield after ordering a Denon AVR. I'm not an iPod user so much of Cocoon's functionality is not applicable to me. Music via the Aux input and from the network sounds good. Denon's user guide (pdf only) is typically mediocre. Evidently the Android app for control doesn't include tablet implementation.

Dennon Cocoon DSD-500 Review

If you want to use Airplay, this is a great product. My wife and kids kept playing music directly from thier Macs and iphones and it was driving me crazy. Now it is very simple for them to send their source directly to the Cocoon via Airplay. Even their bad music is more bareable with a decent set of speakers.

Pros:- Good sound, nice bass
- Very easy to use
- Airplay rocks for those with Apple products
- Airplay allows your iphone, ipad, etc to control volume - like having a remote

Cons:- Midrange a little muddy
- Watch the volume on your Airplay device because if it is set high then when your source begins it will be blaring. Denon should probably release a firmware patch that starts the volume at 40 or 50% at the start of every Airplay session.

Nice piece but lacks musicality

This is a nice piece. In general I liked it a lot. Bass booms. Easy setup. Good set of features. I got it as the same time as the Marantz Consolette (cost a lot more) and the B&W A7. Only kept the A7. Between the Cocoon and the Consolette, the two are so similar that the Cocoon wins hands down due to price. Plus the Consolette's best feature (the nice looking back) is usually hidden. Consolette may sound slightly better overall but the price difference is not justified. However, when the two are played next to the A7, it highlights their lack of musicality or pleasingness to the ear. I can listen to the A7 for long periods of time with no fatigue. The Cocoon and Consolette has a playback issue that just seems to cause fatigue and you want to turn them off or turn them down. Can't quite place just what it is, but it was a cardboard-iness in the playback. The A7, with the bass port and whatever they do for highs and mids, just seems to work. It's musicality is excellent. Something else, getting the Cocoon and the Consolette at the same time, it sure looks like the same company is designing, building and packaging both Denon and Marantz.

Great sound, set up was a bit challenging.

Cocoon produces incredibly good sound for something its size and the fact that it connects wirelessly. I do find that it cuts out every once in a while, which could be due to excessing network traffic (there are five of us, each with a wireless device). Set up was fairly straightforward, but having to program it via my iPhone while it was docked created some problems: my fingers are large and my eye sight is not what it once was. I found it quite challenging to enter our network password. That being said, I am very happy with the product.